Contact:

Text and Materials:

Required: A set of headphones with an eighth-inch stereo adapter is
required for use in class. (There are recommended headphones available for
purchase at the UNCW Bookstore if you don’t already own a pair).

Required: Readings and exercises
provided by the instructor will be assigned from Experiencing Music Technology (Williams & Webster, 2009), The Digital Musician (Hugill,
2008), Computers in Music
Education: Amplifying Musicality (Brown, 2007), and The Finale Reader (Make Music, 2009). The
instructor will provide details about accessing these additional
materials, available online or on reserve in Randall Library. It is your responsibility
to do the readings before each class – this will help you better
understand the course content and participate in class discussion.

Recommended: Some form of
recordable media such as a jump or thumb drive, CDR or CDRWs is
recommended. These supplies are available in the UNCW Bookstore and many
other locations. Note, you need to format jump or thumb drives for the
Macintosh for them to work with the Computer Classroom stations.

Course Description:

This
required course for music majors is intended to provide an introduction to
music technology as it relates to music composition, performance, analysis,
teaching, and research. Skills and concepts learned in this course will provide
a foundation and basic understanding of music technology necessary for
application in other courses of the music curriculum (i.e. theory, history,
performance, and music education).

This
course provides a basic overview of digital audio, computer-generated notation,
and MIDI. This course is designed for students with some musical background and
knowledge of music theory who wish to enhance their music making through the
use of music technology. While this is not a course in composition or
performance, students will create some of their own compositions and use their
performance skills to gain an understanding of music technology. Assignments,
readings, discussions, and projects address a variety of music software.
Through these and other means, students will explore the intersection of
musical aesthetic with computer-assisted technology. Ultimately, they will
investigate how technology enhancements offer musicians ways to create music in
more meaningful and musical ways. Beyond music, students will also consider the
impact of technology, and reflect on how “computing is not about computers
anymore. It is about living.” (Nicholas Negroponte, Being Digital, 1995)

Successful completion of one
syllabus quiz, three tests, and one final project.

Successful and timely completion
of written assignments.

Regular attendance at class
meetings.

Seven
Important Rules:

Do NOT allow unauthorized students
access to the Computer Classroom. Because you are registered for
this course, you will have key-card access to the classroom using your
student ID. You may use the classroom any time the building is open and
there is not a class conflict. The schedule for classes in the classroom is
posted on the door. Check with the instructor if you would like to use the
classroom during one of the times. Only authorized students have this
key-card access on their ID. When a class is not in session, the computer
classroom door should be shut; it will lock automatically.

Do NOT have open food or drink
containers at your station. Because
any food and drink accidentally spilled on the computer, keyboards, or
mouse can damage the equipment, keep any food or drink containers closed.
Alternatively, you may leave any drink or food at the front table if they
do not have lids that seal.

Save your work. Much frustration and anxiety can
be avoided by taking a simple and painless step: save your work regularly.
During the course, you can save your work to a CDR, CDRW, or a jump drive
formatted for the Macintosh. An alternative is to use Timmy, a file server dedicated to
student use. The most important thing, however, is to save yourself time
and trouble by saving your work more often than you think is necessary!

Log out when you’ve finished a
session at your computer.
To prevent using the computers under the wrong log-in profile, be sure to
log out of your computer after you’ve saved your work.

Don’t expect me to be
available 24/7. Just because
this course is enhanced with Web CT features that are available 24/7
doesn't mean that I can be available for all students, all the time
(because I am only human). I promise--I will get back with you promptly
regarding questions. Just as if you were in a traditional class and sent
an email, you have to give me time to respond. Please ask questions if you
have them...but give me time to answer them.

Don’t panic. It goes along with all of the
others that I've mentioned. Think. Breathe. Relax. Sure, I have
rules, but I am fair. If you would like to meet with me, drop by my office
or call me during my conventional office hours or make an appointment.

Don’t forget to read! This syllabus is detailed for a
reason. Have a question about an assignment? Have you checked the syllabus
first? Have you re-read the course packet? Have you checked the course
announcements and your email? All of this comes FIRST before you send an
email to me.

Syllabus Quiz:

There
will be one Syllabus Quiz given to assess students’ understanding of this
course design. Attendance in the computer classroom during your assigned time
is REQUIRED for each assessment. This quiz may be taken only once. The
quiz will address policies and procedures outlined in this syllabus. Although
anything is "fair game," I will ask questions to allow you to
demonstrate your knowledge of the important content. The quiz will be given on
the date indicated in the course schedule. Therewill
be no make-up opportunities for this assessment.

Assignments and Late Work Policy:

To monitor student progress and
facilitate the learning process, you will complete multiple assignments to
reinforce the course content. Assignments will be scheduled by the instructor
and involve applying skills for music notation as independent projects. See the
course schedule for specific
dates scheduled for each module.

Students
will receive full credit
for complete, correct assignments submitted on time. (At my discretion, I may
excuse minor errors and award full credit.) Students will receive partial credit awarded on a sliding
scale for incomplete assignments containing substantial errors submitted on
time. Students will receive no credit for
missing assignments. Additional time in the computer classroom is available as
posted on the classroom door. You can gain access to the classroom during these
times by swiping your ID card in the card reader posted outside the classroom door.

For
full credit, students must turn in assignments and any other materials at the
time that they are due. In the event that you do not turn in a posting by the
due date and time, it will be given half credit (50%) if you submit it by the
beginning of the next class meeting. Postings submitted later than the
beginning of the next class meeting not be graded.

Attendance
is required for classroom discussions and assessments scheduled on Mondays and
Wednesdays. Reserved classroom times are Mondays and
Wednesdays (section 001 from 11 - 11:50 AM and section 002 from 3 - 3:50). When
you have any questions about the course, simply email or phone your instructor (962-7559) for an
appointment during office hours or
at an alternative time. In addition, your instructor will be available on most
Mondays and Wednesdays in the computer classroom. See the course
schedule for specific dates scheduled for each module.

There
are course enhancements for MUS 110, making it a hybrid online course,
delivered through BlackBoard Learn. This form on
e-learning allows students some freedom but demands more responsibility for
their own learning than traditional face-to-face courses. Access the BlackBoard Learn site using the Blackboard server. The following components or tools in BlackBoard are important for this course:

Syllabus—an
online version of this syllabus with links to content and Web CT tools

Module
Guides—information and helpful tips about computer application and
assignments

The
flow of this course is based on the learning goals,
course objectives, and the tentative calendar (below). The focus for each week
addresses one or more course goals utilizing
different computer-based applications. In general, Mondays are work days
and Wednesdays are discussion and review days. There are assignments scheduled
during the semester as listed below. The assignments are listed as a number
followed by a letter; for example, 1A, 1B, 1C, etc. All assignments are
explained in class or online and due on the dates indicated below by 11 PM.

Assignment and Assessment Schedule

For
each module, there are three or more assignments (1A, 1B, 1C, 1 D, etc.) In
addition, there are other assignments as listed above and announced in class. All assignments are due on the dates indicated by 11
PM. Each assignment will be explained by the instructor in
class and/or in written directions. There is only one assessment for this course. That is the Syllabus
Quiz, given as scheduled toward the beginning of the semester.

Academic
Honor Code
All members of UNCW’s community are expected to follow the academic Honor Code.
Please read the UNCW Honor Code carefully - as covered in the UNCW Student
Handbook and available online.
Academic dishonesty in any form will not be tolerated in this class.Religious Observance PolicyIn accordance with NC SL 2010-211,
you are entitled to two excused absences
for religious observances per academic
year. You must inform your instructor in writing the first week of
class if you will be missing any classes due to religious observance and using
one of the two permissible absences for the academic year. In addition, please
inform the Registrar the first week of class who will then confirm your
intentions to miss class with the impacted course instructors. Any absence for
religious purposes will be considered unexcused unless you submit the request
in writing the first week to either your instructor and the Registrar.Zero Tolerance PolicyUNCW practices a zero tolerance policy for violence and harassment of any
kind. For emergencies contact UNCW CARE at 962-2273; Campus Police at 962-3184;
or Wilmington Police at 911. For University or community resources visit:
http://www.uncw.edu/safe-relate/campusResources.htm. Violence prevention information and resources
available at http://www.uncw.edu/safe%2Drelate/. We will focus several class discussions on the importance
of reducing violence and increasing tolerance in schools and at UNCW.Cell Phones, PDAs, LaptopsPlease silence your cell phone and do not make calls, access applications
or text during class. If you have a personal, urgent matter for which you need
to be on call, please let your instructor know in advance. In addition, please
do not have active any PDAs or laptops/netbooks/iPads
open and active unless the activity warrants. The UNCW Statement on Diversity in the University CommunityAs an institution of higher learning, the University of North Carolina
Wilmington represents a rich diversity of human beings among its faculty,
staff, and students and is committed to maintaining a campus environment that
values that diversity. Accordingly, the university supports policies,
curricula, and co-curricular activities that encourage understanding of and
appreciation for all members of its community and will not tolerate any
harassment or disrespect for persons because of race, gender, age, color,
national origin, ethnicity, creed, religion, disability, sexual orientation,
political affiliation, marital status, or relationship to other university
constituents. Students with Disabilities information and resources available at
http://www.uncw.edu/stuaff/disability/

The above syllabus for this course is subject
to change by the instructor. In the event of any alteration, written changes to
the syllabus will be provided at least 2 days (48 hours) before they take
effect.